1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 725 kg more than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Honda Civic (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2001 Honda Civic | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Bee | Civic |
Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2580 mm |